Published: 25 December 2025PIBGovernance
Amit Shah Launches India's First AI-Powered Organised Crime Network Database
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025 in New Delhi on December 26, 2025 and launched India's first-ever national-level Organised Crime Network Database (OCND). The AI-powered database integrates FIRs, charge sheets, dossiers, and other critical inputs from all states to track organised criminals and terror-linked networks in real time.
Shah also unveiled the NIA's updated Crime Manual and the Lost, Looted and Recovered Weapons Database. He announced plans for a '360-degree assault on organised crime', noting the growing nexus between organised crime and terrorism. The databases form the core of India's 'zero-terror policy'.
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At the Anti-Terrorism Conference 2025, Amit Shah also unveiled which of the following alongside the OCND?
1. NIA's updated Crime Manual
2. Lost, Looted and Recovered Weapons Database
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Explanation · Correct answer CAt the Anti-Terrorism Conference 2025, Amit Shah unveiled both the NIA's updated Crime Manual and the Lost, Looted and Recovered Weapons Database alongside the OCND.
Frequently asked questions
What is the AI-powered Organised Crime Network Database and why was it introduced?
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025 in New Delhi on December 26, 2025 and launched India's first-ever national-level Organised Crime Network Database (OCND). The AI-powered database integrates FIRs, charge sheets, dossiers and other critical inputs from all states.
What are the key provisions of the database?
Amit Shah launched India's first national-level OCND, an AI-powered database that integrates FIRs, charge sheets and dossiers from all states to track organised criminals and terror-linked networks.
Does the database replace an earlier law or scheme?
It is a newly launched database, not a replacement of an earlier law or scheme. It integrates FIRs, charge sheets and dossiers from all states to track organised criminals and terror-linked networks.
Who launched the database and what else was unveiled alongside it?
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched it; he also unveiled NIA's updated Crime Manual and the Lost, Looted and Recovered Weapons Database.
What is the expected impact of the database on India's security goals?
Amit Shah announced plans for a 360-degree assault on organised crime as part of India's zero-terror policy.
